I have been a teacher for more than 20 years. At the start of my career, I noticed that my top-performing students shared a few qualities. They excelled at research, critical thinking, problem-solving, thinking creatively, and managing their time efficiently. These five skills were what distinguished them from the rest of the class. ​ To help all my students acquire these vital skills while learning class material, I designed a project-based learning curriculum that my students found enjoyable. By providing them with challenging projects that were interesting and reducing the amount of lecturing, my students began to use research, critical thinking, problem-solving, and creative thinking skills.  ​ Several years after I started teaching, my daughter was about to reach pre-algebra level and start kindergarten, so I decided to homeschool my children. As a classroom teacher with years of experience, I knew the importance of developing essential skills such as research, critical thinking, problem-solving, and creative thinking in a child’s early education. ​ For over 15 years, I dedicated myself to homeschooling my children and ensuring they receive the best education possible. I created an environment conducive to learning and encouraged them to explore their interests. I provided them with personalized instruction and hands-on learning opportunities that allowed them to learn at their own pace and in their own way. By prioritizing research, critical thinking, problem-solving, and creativity, I have opened unlimited doors of opportunity for my children.